Sam Edmonds is the Director Policy, Education and Systemic Advocacy at the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN). Samantha has extensive knowledge and experience in policy, advocacy, human rights, and a strong commitment to inclusive aged care. Sam is on the Board of the International Federation of Ageing, Chairs the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing Diversity Consultative Committee and is a distinguished member of the Australian Association of Gerontology. She ensures the consumer voice and the rights of older people remain at the centre of the work OPAN does. Sam holds 3 masters degrees in social administration, politics and public policy, and international relations. She is passionate about human rights and social justice and raising the voices of lived experience.